More than an hour actually passed quickly, and soon it was time to clock out. Shi Nuan quickly packed up her things and went downstairs.

She had a text message on her phone from five minutes ago, and the sender was none other than Song Yansheng.

Song Yansheng said: "The car is already downstairs, waiting for my little Nuannuan to come down at any time!"

Such warm and indulgent words always make one’s face blush uncontrollably.

Shi Nuan went downstairs to look for Song Yansheng’s car, and she quickly found it. The car door opened, and it was surprisingly Song Yansheng driving himself.

He gave Shi Nuan a gentle smile, reaching over to stuff a stuffed bunny into her arms: "This is for Nuannuan to celebrate her amazing performance at the shareholder’s meeting!"

Shi Nuan held the big white rabbit in her hands, blinking, still somewhat not catching up.

Song Yansheng squinted and asked: "What’s wrong? Don’t like it?"

Shi Nuan shook her head: "No, it’s just... how did Second Uncle think of... giving me a doll?"

Song Yansheng raised an eyebrow: "It’s nothing, I just happened to see it in a shop window. I thought this rabbit looked very cute and obedient, and it reminded me of Nuannuan instantly, so I bought it for you..."

...Does that mean she looks like this plush bunny?

Shi Nuan looked down at the bunny in her hands, with its black eyes, red cheeks, and pink nose...

Where is the resemblance?!

Song Yansheng said: "Alright, if Nuannuan doesn’t like it, I’ll take her personally to the plush toy store to pick one out another day. For now, let’s get in the car and go eat, OK?"

Shi Nuan bit her lip, hugged the bunny, got in the car, and buckled her seatbelt as the car started.

Shi Nuan continued to stare at the bunny for a while, determined that she had no resemblance to it whatsoever, really questioning Song Yansheng’s eyesight!

However, it’s quite cute, and Shi Nuan really liked it.

...

Originally, Song Yansheng had a social event tonight, but this event wasn’t business-related. It was the one-year-old birthday banquet of a company partner’s child.

This partner is even a year younger than Song Yansheng, considered a second-generation rich kid, with a bit of business acumen but not outstanding.

Song Yansheng befriended him merely because his father had a good relationship with Song Xiuwen back in the day. When they were young, they had even met a few times.

Song Yansheng considers himself heartless, yet he often remains grateful for those who had good ties or offered support to his family in the past.

For instance, this partner’s father had passed away due to illness a few years back when he was still young, making it quite challenging to uphold the company all by himself.

Song Yansheng had lent some assistance along the way, somewhat repaying old favours.

The thing that drew the most appreciation from Song Yansheng, however, was that his partner had a lover he had been with for many years. They got together in high school and even attended the same university.

Having been in love for many years, they never betrayed each other no matter what happened.

Two years ago, they finally brought their romance to fruition and entered the institution of marriage, and Song Yansheng even made a rare exception to attend personally.

Now, two years into marriage, their child is already a year old, and life is going pretty well, which is the life Song Yansheng envies.

If only his relationship with Shi Nuan was public, without so many worries, he would have gladly taken Shi Nuan to attend this banquet.

Of course, what he hoped even more was for his Nuannuan to have a little life growing inside her soon.

Mother has been somewhat critical of Shi Nuan recently because of that dream.

He understood the hardships his mother went through back then and also her fears, and he had already said everything that needed to be said.

But he wasn’t very sure how much she would understand!

He figured, if Shi Nuan were pregnant, for the sake of the next generation of the Song Family, Mother might make some concessions!

The partner’s child turning one year old today was also known by his mother, so Song Yansheng not going back to the old residence for dinner tonight was assumed by Yu Yao to be because he was attending the banquet.

Song Yansheng didn’t explain much, as some things become unclear when explained.

The car soon arrived at a restaurant. This restaurant was recommended by Song Yansheng. Over the past ten years, Shi Nuan hadn’t had many opportunities to dine out.

The few instances were mostly with Song Yichuan or occasionally for dorm meetups.

But given the circumstances were rare, she felt shy taking Song Yansheng to the same places.

So, she asked for Song Yansheng’s opinion, and he drove her directly here.

After entering, Shi Nuan observed the surroundings, a tranquil and comfortable environment, with both halls and small compartments.

But likely because it was quite sudden without prior reservation, there weren’t any private rooms available.